Network amp Connectivity Security Analyst - Houston TX

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Information Technology (IT)

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

October 27, 2020

Business unit:

RDS CIO

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Job Purpose

The digital transformation strategy of Shell requires an increasingly flexible, agile and secure IT environment in order to enable best use of data, cloud services, personalization of user experience and connectivity of devices.

As businesses leverage digitalization opportunities, their cyber-attack surface structurally increases, which can lead to business disruptions, data breaches and brand damage. Cyber attacks can cause damage to reputations, destruction of assets and loss of information. Shell is taking action to detect and respond to the continuous flow of these types of attacks.

As part of the Information Risk Management function, the CyberDefence capability has specific focus on identifying cyber threats, discovery of IT vulnerabilities, monitoring for cyber intrusions and response to security incidents. Cyberdefence is aiming to strengthen it’s preventative posture by pro-actively assessing and fixing the technical configurations of Shell’s defences.

The Network & Connectivity Security Analyst is part of CyberDefence Protect team. The Network Security Analyst’s purpose is to verify and improve the overall protection against Cybersecurity risks by assessing network security architecture, designs, controls and solutions.

Job Description

Perform as Network and Connectivity Security Subject Matter Expert in the CyberDefence Protect team which has the following areas of focus:


Review current system security controls and recommend operational security solutions to Portfolio, SOMs and projects within Shell.
Provide technical advice about products and services through all phases of their lifecycle
Validate security policies across the various Shell landscapes
Monitor, assure, and intervene where the existing landscape is deviating from Shell security policy to drive embedment of security practices at business and product level
Perform risk mitigation activities such as identifying systemic failures, support prioritization of remediation efforts, and oversee remediation of issues.


Accountabilities


Maintain oversight on the operation effectiveness of security measures across the Shell IT landscape.
Interface with SOMs, projects, and business units across Shell to understand network elements in various Shell landscapes and assess and recommend appropriate security controls such as: firewalls, routers, proxies, content filters, IPSs, DDOS protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and network device hardening guidelines.
Support Cyber incident management by providing insights and analysis of network traffic based artifacts .
Review project documentation such as Solution Architecture High Level Designs (SAHLD) to ensure projects are integrating effective network security controls and processes into designs.
Participate in change management process (e.g. the Technical governance boards) to approve major changes in the network infrastructure.
Support or produce high quality deliverables in terms of both content and presentation. Examples of deliverables include: assessments, gap analyses, improvement recommendations, presentations and reasoned arguments to improve security posture.
This position supports the overall goals and objectives of the CyberDefence Protect Security team.
This role reports to the CyberDefence Protect Lead. This role does not have any direct reports.


Skills & Requirements:


Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
Completed Bachelor of Science or higher in Computer Science or similar.
Proficient in assessing IT projects to understand network security architecture requirements and impact.
Assess, Design, and Recommend network security improvements to projects
Ability to write high quality assessment debrief presentations and detailed technical reports for multiple audiences up to and including executives
Be familiar with the platforms and tools used in operations teams to manage the end point estate.
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: routing, switching, firewalls, secure access, telephony, Cisco and 3Com equipment
Proficient in Telecommunications Protocols including IP addressing, IP subnetting, IP routing, Access Control Lists, VSAT networks and VPN’s
Carries out assignments and projects, alone or as part of a team, applying knowledge, skills, and experience.
Strong team player, must be able to work with others and contribute to help solve complex issues
Demonstrate broad knowledge of commercial networking solutions used to deliver commercial enterprise solutions as well as networking in cloud environments.
Understanding how to drive security improvements through partnerships with the relevant stakeholders.
Demonstrates an understanding of the issues of interest to Shell and proposes viable solutions within the scope of own expertise, considering the needs of those affected.
Maintains knowledge and experience of current practice within own area of expertise and is aware of current developments within own area of expertise.
Possesses any of the following certifications are preferred but not required: CISSP, CCSP, CCNA Security, JNCP, NSE.


Company Description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business. Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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